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Taking care of ourselves and loving our bodies are two things that we sometimes find hard to do. Whether it’s because we don’t find the time or we subconsciously think we don’t deserve it. That was me for many years; I fed myself the food I thought I needed to get by and I bought …

People have been using herbs for their skin care for many, many years. Whether the herb’s use was to be astringent, to help the skin hold onto moisture, to heal the skin, to clear up breakouts, to make the skin glow, etc., all they had to do was to look into their garden for the …

Detoxing is one of those new buzzwords out there in the health-conscious communities. Everyone has their own take on how and when it should be done. Some detox with the seasons, some do it after a vacation away with indulgences, and some may choose to detox after the holidays. There are also many recipes for …

It seems everywhere you turn health and wellness experts are telling you to eat more fruits and vegetables, am I right? ► Yes, they’re full of nutrition (vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, etc.). ► Yes, people who eat more fruits and vegetables live longer, healthier lives. Not to mention protecting their bodies and minds from just …

“Eating the Rainbow” is a great fundamental tip for eating healthy (but that doesn’t include eating artificially-colored things like Skittles or M&Ms though… #sorrynotsorry!). So what does “Eating the Rainbow” mean? And why is it important to eat a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables in your diet? Beige-colored foods like cereal, pasta, rice, pastries, and …

Oh my, how the weather has changed! One week ago there was snow in the highlands here in Nova Scotia, and now we are dealing with a heat wave and a humidex of 40 degrees! I thought I wouldn’t have to write about this topic until late July, but since we are experiencing the hot …

We’re big fans of summer, and the things that I look forward to most once the nice weather comes includes: getting out on the open roads with my husband on our motorcycle, going for hikes with our dog down to the river to wet our feet, and being able to grow our own vegetables. I …